LIABLE
/ˈlaɪ̯əbəl/
6 letters · 2 syllables · adjective
Definition of LIABLE
Bound or obliged in law or equity; responsible; answerable.
"1748. David Hume. Enquiries concerning the human understanding and concerning the principles of moral. London: Oxford University Press, 1973. § 34."
Subject; susceptible.
"A man liable to heart disease."
Exposed to a certain contingency or causality, more or less probable.
Examples of LIABLE in a Sentence
- "1748. David Hume. Enquiries concerning the human understanding and concerning the principles of moral. London: Oxford University Press, 1973. § 34."
- "A man liable to heart disease."
Word Details
Is LIABLE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LIABLE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LIABLE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LIABLE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | i | a | b | l | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LIABLE
42 words from the letters in LIABLE
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How to Use LIABLE in Word Games
LIABLE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, LIABLE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LIABLE to find 42 additional valid words.